CVE-2017-18203
UnknownEPSS 0.34%
Last modified
CVE-2017-18203 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The dm_get_from_kobject function in drivers/md/dm.c in the Linux kernel before 4.14.3 allow local users to cause a denial of service (BUG) by leveraging a race condition with __dm_destroy during creation and removal of DM devices.. EPSS estimates a 0.34% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The dm_get_from_kobject function in drivers/md/dm.c in the Linux kernel before 4.14.3 allow local users to cause a denial of service (BUG) by leveraging a race condition with __dm_destroy during creation and removal of DM devices.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | < 4.14.3 |
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/103184Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://github.com/torvalds/linux/commit/b9a41d21dceadf8104812626ef85dc56ee8a60edPatch, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.kernel.org/pub/linux/kernel/v4.x/ChangeLog-4.14.3Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/103184Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://github.com/torvalds/linux/commit/b9a41d21dceadf8104812626ef85dc56ee8a60edPatch, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.kernel.org/pub/linux/kernel/v4.x/ChangeLog-4.14.3Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2017-18203?
The dm_get_from_kobject function in drivers/md/dm.c in the Linux kernel before 4.14.3 allow local users to cause a denial of service (BUG) by leveraging a race condition with __dm_destroy during creation and removal of DM devices.
How severe is CVE-2017-18203?
Severity scoring for CVE-2017-18203 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.34% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2017-18203?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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